*Marvel: A significant latecomer to the Silver Marvel Age, the enigmatic synthezoid, the Vision premiered in Avengers #57 as a villainous pawn of the evil Ultron. Rapidly being discovered to be misguided, he was offered membership the next issue, in one of the most rapid reforms ever, and became a mainstay of the Avengers and the MU in general, particularly through his convoluted relationship with the Scarlet Witch. Based on a Simon & Kirby character from the 1940s, Roy Thomas’ love affair with all things Golden Age stood him in good stead, as the Vision captured the hearts and minds of readers worldwide… though the exquisite art by John Buscema doubtless didn’t hurt! This nice glossy copy is a little above mid-grade, pence stamped, tight and flat with good staples and flexible off-white to white pages. There is a small vertical reading crease along the middle of the spine, just breaking colour and a short crease diagonal from the top edge down to the logo of about 2+ cm; if there is a colour break from that, it’s invisible in most lights. Presents very well.
PICTURED: AVENGERS #57 FN- p £180 SOLD